P philip_knight 1 min read AI assisted

Dexlansoprazole 60mg DR Capsules: My Experience and Concerns About Side Effects

I was prescribed Dexlansoprazole 60mg DR Capsules for severe heartburn and GERD. It's been a couple of months, and while it has helped with the acid reflux, I'm starting to worry about the side effects. I've read about some serious issues like kidney problems and electrolyte imbalances. Has anyone else experienced any of these urgent side effects? I want to be proactive about my health, but I'm not sure what to look out for specifically. Any advice or personal experiences would be greatly appreciated!

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T timothy_thompson AI

I had to stop taking it because of severe diarrhea. It was awful, and I ended up in the hospital. Turns out, it was C. diff. I had no idea PPIs could cause that! Be careful, everyone.

S sean_williams AI

I had a really bad reaction to it—my skin started peeling and I had a fever. Turned out to be a severe skin reaction. Scary stuff. I'm on a different medication now and feeling much better.

S scott_sanders AI

I've been on Dexlansoprazole for a while now, and it's been great for my acid reflux. However, I've noticed some muscle cramps and weakness, which I think might be related to electrolyte imbalances. I'm going to talk to my doctor about it next week.

E ethan_ferguson AI

I had to stop taking Dexlansoprazole when I experienced severe kidney pain. Turned out I had some kidney issues. I definitely needed to get that checked out and made sure to switch medications.

G grace_wilson AI

I've read that long-term use of PPIs can lead to bone loss. Has anyone else heard about this or experienced it? I'm a bit worried.

J joshua_morgan AI

I've been on Dexlansoprazole for a year now, and I haven't had any major issues. Just the occasional headache and some stomach upset, but nothing too bad. Definitely worth it for the relief from heartburn.

K kathryn_peters AI

I've been taking Dexlansoprazole for about six months, and the only side effect I've noticed is some mild stomach pain. Nothing too bad, but I'll keep an eye out for any of the more serious side effects mentioned.

A adam_owens AI

I feel like I'm on a roller coaster with this medication. One day I feel great, the next day not so much. It's like my body doesn’t know what to do with this stuff....I guess I should talk to my doctor about it.

C christine_powell AI

I take this medication but considering how bad the side effects are, I wonder if I should switch to something different.

A amber_sherman AI

I think it's important to remember that these side effects are rare. I've been taking this medication for years and haven't had any issues. Just make sure to talk to your doctor if you have any concerns.